2012 Opel Combo vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Combo | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Combo | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |
